Truck Router
US Foods
Buffalo, New York
Posted 3 days ago
Monday-Friday, 1pm - 9:30pm
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
- Schedule logistics loads, including backhaul pickups, with third-party carriers and coordinate assignments with company drivers.
- Utilize Manhattan Associates scheduling software to manage daily transportation schedules and maintain accurate scheduling spreadsheets.
- Route trucks by matching customer orders with appropriate loads and assigned trucks.
- Assign drivers to routes and make adjustments as needed while adhering to applicable CBA requirements.
- Work closely with the Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility and resolve scheduling or routing challenges.
- Prepare and maintain various daily transportation and operational reports.
- Provide occasional PTO coverage for Sunday routing responsibilities.
Experience Requirements
Required
A minimum of 4 years in related environment.
4 years of experience
Benefits & Perks
Benefits Package
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
Required Skills
Technical Skills
computer proficientdata entrygeneral report generationspreadsheet designdata manipulation
Soft Skills
self-motivatedattention to detailproblem-solving skills
Full Job Description
Ready To Build A Career With A Company That's Leading The Foodservice Industry?
The ideal candidate is highly organized, computer proficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. This position requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
1pm - 9:30pm
The pay for this position starts at $25.00/hr.
Medical, Dental and Vision, start day 1!
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and a history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and continuous improvement focus.
You must be proficient on the computer, self-motivated and able to excel in time-sensitive situations. The ideal person for this job will be comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced and intense environment at times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager; Sales and Warehouse Dept. associates; Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks.
External: Customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Related Experience: A minimum of 4 years in related environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations. Must have computer skills data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide). Possess ability to resolve a variety of issues of fairly non-routine nature with some independence. Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
The ideal candidate is highly organized, computer proficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. This position requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
1pm - 9:30pm
The pay for this position starts at $25.00/hr.
Medical, Dental and Vision, start day 1!
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and a history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and continuous improvement focus.
You must be proficient on the computer, self-motivated and able to excel in time-sensitive situations. The ideal person for this job will be comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced and intense environment at times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Schedule logistics loads, including backhaul pickups, with third-party carriers and coordinate assignments with company drivers.
- Utilize Manhattan Associates scheduling software to manage daily transportation schedules and maintain accurate scheduling spreadsheets.
- Route trucks by matching customer orders with appropriate loads and assigned trucks.
- Assign drivers to routes and make adjustments as needed while adhering to applicable CBA requirements.
- Work closely with the Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility and resolve scheduling or routing challenges.
- Prepare and maintain various daily transportation and operational reports.
- Provide occasional PTO coverage for Sunday routing responsibilities.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager; Sales and Warehouse Dept. associates; Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks.
External: Customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Related Experience: A minimum of 4 years in related environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations. Must have computer skills data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide). Possess ability to resolve a variety of issues of fairly non-routine nature with some independence. Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
How to Apply
US Foods
About
Established in 1989, US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the U.S. Careers include logistics, warehouse workers, and sales roles. Fun fact: US Foods serves over 300,000 restaurants and ins...
